1982 Buick Estate vs. 2000 Opel Omega
To start off, 2000 Opel Omega is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Omega (305 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1982 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Estate weights approximately 575 kg more than 2000 Opel Omega.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Opel Omega (450 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Buick Estate. (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Buick Estate | 2000 Opel Omega | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | Estate | Omega |
Year Released | 1982 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6596 cc | 5666 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1310 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |